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A Simple Discipleship Plan

February 28, 2022Mike Leake

One of my favorite stories to tell when I’m trying to inspire a congregation to engage the work of children is this one. L.R. Scarborough tells a story from the ministry of D.L. Moody: “Mr. Moody tells of a little… Continue Reading →

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What Does Narcissism Look Like in a Church?

February 16, 2022Mike Leake

Yesterday, we looked at a few characteristics of a narcissist and also outlined a narcissist cycle of abuse. What happens when someone who is fixated on themselves enters your community or becomes your pastor? On the back of When Narcissism… Continue Reading →

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10 Characteristics of a Narcissist

February 15, 2022Mike Leake

One of the most helpful books I’ve read in the past 5 years is When Narcissism Comes to the Church by Chuck DeGroat. Much of the emotional and spiritual abuse that happens comes from the hands of those who have… Continue Reading →

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biblical counseling, church, Church discipline, counseling, ministry, narcissism

When Preaching Hide the Shark, Don’t Jump It

February 9, 2022Mike Leake

Growing up I had a steady diet of Fruity Pebbles and Nick-at-Nite television. One of the shows I watched was Happy Days. So I was kind of excited to see the other day an entire channel dedicated to Happy Days… Continue Reading →

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